The Leading Event for the Project Cargo and Breakbulk Industries in the Middle East

Shereen Nassar

Global Director of Logistics Studies Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University, Dubai

Dr Shereen Nassar is an Associate Professor in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. She is an active academic with solid teaching experience across the UK and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. She is the global lead for logistics studies and leading the MSc logistics and supply chain management programmes for Dubai campus. She published journal articles and book chapters in areas related to Supply chain sustainability, digital technologies, and resilience.  She developed strong ties with the business ecosystem mainly in the field of logistics and supply chain management.

Shereen's external engagement and contribution to various industry forums and awards in the MENA region were widely recognized and she received several academic and industry awards. 

 


2025 Event Agenda Sessions

Co-hosts, Education Day

Tuesday 11 February 09:00 - 14:30 Education Day

Add to calendar 02/11/2025 09:00 02/11/2025 14:30 Co-hosts, Education Day Education Day Asia/Dubai

Alumni Success Stories

Hear from recent graduates who have joined the workforce to learn about their experience to date and top tips to being successful when starting out. 

Tuesday 11 February 10:50 - 11:35 Education Day

Info, Education & Networking

Add to calendar 02/11/2025 10:50 02/11/2025 11:35 Alumni Success Stories Hear from recent graduates who have joined the workforce to learn about their experience to date and top tips to being successful when starting out.  Education Day Asia/Dubai

Attracting and Retaining Tomorrow’s Leaders

The talent gap problem is not going away: it’s a serious issue. So once you have hired someone talented and bursting with potential, what’s the best way to keep them on your team? How can you keep them engaged and motivated in a job-hopping economy? Based on research conducted by Breakbulk magazine, find out what young professionals are really looking for in their career, why it matters, and where we go from here.

Tuesday 11 February 14:30 - 15:15 Main Stage

Talent Retention

Add to calendar 02/11/2025 14:30 02/11/2025 15:15 Attracting and Retaining Tomorrow’s Leaders

The talent gap problem is not going away: it’s a serious issue. So once you have hired someone talented and bursting with potential, what’s the best way to keep them on your team? How can you keep them engaged and motivated in a job-hopping economy? Based on research conducted by Breakbulk magazine, find out what young professionals are really looking for in their career, why it matters, and where we go from here.

Main Stage Asia/Dubai